If you’re like the rest of us, then one of the first things that you start craving when dieting is pasta. After all, there’s nothing quite as tempting as a big bowl of spaghetti with a side of garlic bread, especially if you’ve been eating a high protein diet like HCG.

But when it comes to Phase 2 of the HCG diet plan, spaghetti is a non-starter. Considering that one cup of cooked spaghetti noodles has over 200 calories and 50 grams of carbs, that would be a quick way to ruin your weight loss momentum.

Fortunately, HCG Buy Direct has got your back. This week, we’re breaking down the recipe to one of the most delicious and versatile ways to cut calories and stick to your HCG weight loss goals. They’re called Zucchini Noodles, and they’re the perfect way to satisfy those pasta pangs.

What are Zucchini Noodles?

Just as the name implies, Zucchini Noodles (or “Zoodles”) are small, noodle-like strips of zucchini or squash. When lightly cooked, these strands of zucchini take on the texture of wheat-based pasta, but without all those carbs.

Are Zucchini Noodles Approved for Phase 2 of the HCG Meal Plan?

If you’re in Phase 1 of HCG, (“The Loading Phase”), then a few helpings of carb-heavy wheat pasta are totally okay. But once you enter Phase 2, your diet needs to make an abrupt change to protein and vegetables. Not only are carbohydrates more calorie-dense than proteins and veggies, but they also cause you to become hungry again much faster.

With Zucchini Noodles, you’re getting a very low calorie (20 per cup!!!) alternative to traditional pasta. Top it with some herbs, grilled chicken, and a splash of lime juice, and you’ve got yourself an authentic-tasting southwestern chicken pasta.

How Do You Make Zucchini Noodles? [HCG Phase 2 Recipe]

Zucchini noodles are easy to make at home, they just require a little bit of knife work. Here’s the basic process:

• Cut the ends of your zucchini or yellow squash
• Slice into thin strips, approximately 1/8 in thick
• Slice the strips into long, thin, noodle-like strips
• Drop into salted boiling water and cook to al dente
• Drain and season with garlic, fresh herbs, or chili flakes
• Top with grilled chicken or steak

Zucchini noodles are not only easy to make, but they’re a remarkably smart and tasty alternative to gluten products like spaghetti and macaroni. This is one of those recipes that you can (& should) integrate into your diet even after you’re out of Phase 2.

If you really like the taste of zucchini noodles, you can buy a specialized kitchen tool called a spiralizer to prepare them even faster and in larger quantities.

Lose Up to 2 Pounds Per Day with HCG Buy Direct

By combining the natural growth hormone hCG with the scientifically-designed hCG diet plan, I t’s possible to lose 1 or even 2 pounds per day, or up to 30 in a single month. They key is sticking to the plan, which is always easier when you have rich, flavorful recipes to get you buy.

For more recipes and cooking tips for Phase 2 of the HCG diet plan, check out our blog.